My mom had this done and she was suicidal during the healing process and still says it was the worst surgery she has ever had (she’s had A lot) but it’s the one that relieved her of the most pain and has helped her so much and said it was so worth it
Had spinal fusion at L5 S1 at UF health hospital. Neurosurgeons. After 12 years of bad back pain and horrible leg pain from a degenerative/herniated disk. They did the Alif surgery and put cobalt chrome rods screwed into my spine, spacer where the disk once was. I feel zero pain now. It’s a miracle can’t believe I suffered for so long because I thought there was no hope. Find a good surgeon. Preferably at a hospital setting. Trust them. Actually pray and trust God. There’s always a chance it could go wrong but They they have high success rate
I had emergency spinal fusion surgery in 2006 .A broken neck , caused paralysis in my left arm .The surgery was a success .Had nerve damage in left arm .Left arm totally atrophied. I was devastated. Doctors said I'd never use my left arm again ! I refused to accept that ! I prayed and started my own rehab .At first I couldn't even move my arm .3 years later I was curling 60lb dumbbells at the gym !
- I had this surgery performed on my three years ago. It was a life changing surgery. Because of my spinal fusion surgery, I can live a normal life. I can no longer play sports like I used to; however, I can walk for miles without any pain. I am a big advocate of Spinal Fusion surgery. It really works!!!
A friend of mine from work had to have his neck fused in 2014. It was just an innocent accident at home when he was replacing a lightbulb and slipped off a step ladder. The fact that he bounced back from it and stayed as healthy as ever shows how tough the guy is. There is a major drawback though. He can't spar or play basketball anymore. He's cool with shooting hoops and can still run. But he can't risk contact sports. Not when he has kids to worry about.
I had this surgery done. Yes, it is painful and it does take a long time to recover, but I am so glad I had it done. My injury was caused by being rear ended in a car.
I had a fusion from T10-L2 about two months ago after fracturing my back during basic training. One more month with the back brace! I was on 20 mg of OxyContin and muscle relaxer every 4 hours. Pain has gotten better so I’m just in 800 mg of ibuprofen now but if I’m up and about for a few hours everything starts feeling very sore and just hurts. I’ve started walking around the house without my brace and sometimes there’s a lot of discomfort. Especially strain if I carry anything even 5 or more pounds. Sharp pains come and go. Hopefully I’ll make a full recovery with no pain within the next few months!
lol i had this done last year for scoliosis. it was so painful afterward, but it was still bearable. the results are so worth it though. don't be scared if you need to get it done.
@@unknown.user001 I had to wait 5-6 months before I was fully functional again, with some limitations. But everyday activity can be achieved in 1-2 months post op.
I've had spinal fusion surgery. Don't worry about it! I wasn't in any pain afterwards and was actually walking by myself (under nurse supervision) within 24 hours. It was on my lumbar spine.
It depends on what spinal surgery you need.you can't tell people it's ok because you had a easy one.i am two years in with rods in my neck spine bad nerve damages weaken muscles and burning legs from day one.my life is in full time pain.so don't tell people you don't know.tjat pisses people who have it with defects.
My surgery is scheduled in 1 month!!! I'm scared and excited as well. I want my life back!!! Big thank you to my boyfriend who helps me with everything. Today was my last day of work due to my severe pain.
Hi I had a lower back operation but I'm in pain and a doctor recommended this surgery. How was yours? Are you happy with the result? What are the cons and pros?
radavar Talk to a pain doctor specialist. After three back surgeriesI lost feeling in my legs and had SEVERE pain in the lumbar-sacro area. He implanted a neurostimulator which transmits pulses to the pinched or damaged nerves much like a heart stimulator works. What a wonderful invention......!
I stay away from deadlifts , I already have back problems. On a serious note thank god I work sitting down because I cannot remaining standing for many hrs. I’m just 35 years old 😬
@@mikezimerman6831 as someone entering the exercise science field, please try to stand up and stretch and walk a bit every once in a while. Constant sitting will tighten your hips and back and could lead to other back problems
I had this twice in my neck. First time it was c-3, c-4 . They went through the front, easy surgery. The next one was c-4 down to C-7. That surgery went through the back of my neck and was excruciating. I woke up crying and hyperventilating from pain. After about 3 days in the hospital on pain meds, it was much better. After all that pain, it was still better than the constant migraines I was having and loss of strength in my arms. Now my lower back is crumbling..
Had my T2-T7 fused after a thoracic fracture-dislocation from being hit by a semi truck in 2011. Completely recovered, no long term complications and as strong as I was before the accident. 6 titanium bolts and two rods totaling $44,000 alone, not including the hospital stay and medical staff billing.
I had spinal fusion of C-3-4-5-6..two vertebrae were against my spinal column..The constant ( electricity) feeling I had was unbearable..I had a doctors office visit on Monday, and was in the O.R. On Wed..I am VERY thankful to Dr. Cheney at Albany bone and joint for his sincere concern and care..I have never had any pain since I awoke in the I.C.U. That was 12 years ago and although my motion is a bit limited, it hasn’t stopped me from doing what I’ve always enjoyed. I’m very grateful to him..
I HAD THOSE ELECTRICAL SHOCKS PRIOR TO MY LUMBAR FUSION,DISCECTOMY,LAMINECTOMY, AND NOW 10 DAYS POST OP I HAVE A NEW HIP PAIN AND CANNOT WALK ON IT! ANY IDEAS FOLKS???
@@OrlaTravels Thanks for your reply! How does it feel to touch your toes when standing? Do you feel pain if you stretch too much? Do you feel the implant when sitting/laying down? Does it itch? Sorry, for the questions. 😅
I’m 16 I have a fusion in the c2 and c3 didn’t even realize it till today, maybe that’s what causes the pain. eventually it goes away but I’ve learned to deal with it,
I had a spinal fusion L1 S5. It was so far gone that yes I was horrified by the pain in hospital for 72 hrs. EXCRUCIATING but I went on to have an amazing active life for 10 years…I was only 40 Now im 55 and looking at L2-5 fused as I have degenerative disc disease. Not looking forward to it but going to Duke Medical best of the best. Let you know how it goes
How did you do? I was told I have degenerative disc disease and my sciatic pain is non stop now. I'm terrified of having this surgery... I hope you're doing well and better now!
Was needing the L2-5 fused caused by having the first fusion earlier? I’ve always heard fusion chases the issue in to the next vertebrae eventually. How is this doing now?
@cuba1300: You will be having pain for 48 hours (I mean excrutiating even with pain killers) so brace yourself for that but than after the first 48 your pain level should subside to normal and the pain killers should do the rest. Just after the first 48 try to move around in bed and work with your phys therapist because your back will get stiff if you dont move around and it becomes uncomfortable for you. Good Luck and God Speed!
I'm going to unfortunately have to go through this at a young age and am not looking forward to it but am going to do it. For those of you that worry it's normal but get it done. My aunts best friend didn't do it and now it's beyond the point where they will actually do the procedure and she lives in immense pain daily. This isn't something that you want to put off. Get it done while you can and you'll live a much better life for it.
@Solarflare studios Solarflare studios I had mine about 3 months ago. The pain for me was pretty bad but I had a weird reaction to the ketamine. The recovery is pretty good tho
I had this surgery myself because I had a 200 curvier the recovery was hard for me I was bedridden for a couple of weeks but I soon started walking and getting up so thank God I made a good recovery people said including my doctors I'm so thankful I got this done I my scoliosis was pretty bad and now my doctor tells me I'm all good and can play any sports.
i basically had my whole spine fused, i have a 14in rod. im a teen and the recovery absolutely sucked, but im so happy a year later that i got it done!
I have a c1 c2 fused after a drunk driver hit us on the freeway going 120mph, he died as he flew out the window and I was cut out with jaws of life ,flown to the emergency ,was 2 months in acoma, woke up to be paralyzed on my right side ( arm and leg) , 5 and 6 broken ribs on each side ,a fractured pelvis in 3 places, a shattered left knee and I lost my voice, it been two and a half years I still can't walk , I deal with spasticity on my paralyzed side and can now lift the 2lb weights, I started therapy after 7 surgeries on my knee and continue to slowly recover, I will walk again someday.
I fall from 5 meters backwards and had a fracture on T12 & L1. I have done this surgery in may 2021 in England. I had so much pain for 72 hrs after the surgery. It’s true that it takes time for full recovery but i’m glad that i’ve done it .
Same situation here, fell from roughly 3 meters. T12 & L1. How are you holding now? I just got operated 2 days ago and praying that it’ll get better with time.
I fell 18’ I’m having a hard time. My legs are numb, I’m having a lot of trouble walking. I’m in a ton of pain and not sleeping much. My L4 L5 S1 to S3 are severe. They are sending me to pain management and said that they want to perform spinal fusion surgery on me but I am worried.
If you need an excellent spine surgery specialist in the Tacoma, WA area, try to get in to see Dr. Michael Martin. He has been with me through 5 lumbar surgeries, trying to keep me going when workers' comp. insurance kept playing their games and stalled me off for four years post-injury. Dr. Martin has been my saving grace, keeping on top of all that is going on. He is with Puget Sound Orthopaedics. He says we are just playing catch-up since my first surgery was stalled so long, but I hate to think where I'd be without his help! At least no parts are moving around anymore in ways they were not supposed to.
I had a vertebra in my neck fused after a horrible car accident..the immobility was the worst part..under proper medication the pain was tolerable. To those who are about to have this procedure done, rest assured, you will make it through this procedure. Hell..i was released 2 days later and could heal at home!
I suffered a broken neck (c5 & c6 cervical) back in December 2011 and had to get this operation. My god.. the post op was SO HORRIFIC. My broken neck hurt but had temporarily doubled pain after the surgery. It's been about 4 months and I am back in shape. My neck seems to be doing well! The fusion is such a long and overwealming process but if it fixes you, it's worth it
When I had my ATV accident I had 12 fractures in my back and they put 2 titanium rods in my back and 3 years later one of the rods snapped in half re fractured my back and 6 screws snapped off and they only found 2 out of the 6 then extended my fusion from 40 Staples to 110 and put stainless steel rods in my back and those rods had a staph infection on them. Then not even a year later the bottom screws snapped off and they couldn't find those screws so I've 6 screws in my back they can't find. I had 4 back surgeries within 4 years
This was my second surgery in a year and a half. I had a lumbar discectomy in december 2010 and it only hurt for two days but then didnt bother so much. A week ago I had a lumbar spinal fusion L5-S1 same levels of the discectomy and O boy this is hard. From the moment waking from the recovery room until two days ago this was unbearable pain. I am just getting used to it. Maybe it is because of the short timing between surgeries 1 - 2 but guys brace youself and ASK the proper questions.
No, dont reccommend alternative treatment and scams on a very serious medical condition. No amount of herbs or books or whatever you're trying to sell is going to help a condition that only modern medicine can fix.
I’ve had this done on my L-4/L-5 on my lower back . I had a herniated disc. The worst part was afterwards. I had to have physical therapy come to my house a couple days a week for a month or so. It’s not fun. I was 38 . But I don’t have that sharp pain I had before. I did develop neuropathy in my legs afterwards which isn’t any good. I say I’m better now than before . It is a very tough post operative healing time no doubt.
This scares me so much because I'm 35 and I'm terrified I will need this surgery. My fiance's ex wife had it done and he said it was the worst thing he's ever seen 😫😫
AN ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE I HAD 4 FUSIONS THE DR'S NEVER SAID HOW DEBILITATING YOU WILL BE AFTER SURGERY YOU CAN'T EVEN WIPE YOUR OWN ASS STAND OR DO ANYTHING YOU USE TO DO EVEN THOUGH YOU WERE CRIPPLED WITH BACK PAIN! I AM ALMOST 3 MONTHS POST OP AND STILL NOT WELL ENOUGH TO WALK STABLE I HAVE TO USE A WALKER (I'M SICK OF THAT THING BUT I CAN'T STAND STEADY WITHOUT IT PLUS MY ENDURANCE TO STAND IS NOT SO GOOD ) NERVE PAIN IS ANOTHER ISSUE IN ITSELF JUST A BRIEF SUMMARY OF WHAT THEY DON'T TELL YOU THANK YOU
Oops... Most of the time (drugs were awesome). After 12 days in hospital, by the time I got home I was moving pretty well and starting to take short walks. A year on, I've got the all-clear to do absolutely anything I like and have been 100% pain-free since the last of the post-op pain disappeared (which took 3-4 months). After 25 years of sometimes excruciating pain & using a walking stick for the last 6 months before the surgery (not a good look at the age of 50), I'd call it life-changing.
Long recovery, as informed prior to surgery. I look at it as a pregnancy...nine months of building a new body. The pain is much less than before surgery and I can stand up straight! It takes a while to get the core strong again; still its worth it.
I've had 3 lumbar surgeries, with the last being done in 2003. I also had a cervical 3 disc fusion done two yrs ago. Recovery from the neck was a walk in the park even at 55 yrs old.
I have a pars defect, double stenosis, spondylolithesis and buldging degenerated discs. All at L5 S1. A spinal fusion is advised for 12 months time. I was born with the defect and has gotton worse n worse over the years. Now my veterbrae has slipped so far that you can feel odd bones protuding by hip which i find very odd considering its my spine that fucked? Just wanting any advice on what to do? The costs in Australia? Ive been estimated 40gs with cover and 60gs without. Also Im trying to decide between the original spinal fusion and lapri way??? Anyone who has been through this or has any advise will be greatly appreciiated. Thank you!
I had two surgeries in 83 an 86. both were L4-L5 disk rupture out one side on first. other on second. As time went by, I went to neurosurgeon (same) in March and found L3-L4 disc had blocked nerves in left leg and buttock. He fuse them together on March 22. it is April 8th and my pain is just in my lower spine but getting better. Dr. says walk, walk, walk. He said my spine will be stronger and I will lose weight. Great. 235 now going to 190. Lets go!
Don't get this operation unless it is an absolute LAST resort. My Dr. said that it would fix my problem (I had a Tumor, no longer growing, in between my exiting nerve and bone) but after I had the op my pain has doubled. But he assures me that everything is solid and will heal back great and pain free AFTER ABOUT 4-5 YEARS!! Why didn't he say that BEFORE my surgery... I might have thought twice.
Had an L4,L5 fusion with mesh cage in place of disc and nerve decompression and leaked spinal fluid for about a month. This happened 5 years ago. Still searching for relief from back and leg pain along with nerve damage. Dr said it would heal in a couple years. I wish this on no one.
This is what I had in 2008! Took me about 3 years to get to where I could bend over but with much PT and exercise, I am much better! I still have some pain at times due to arthritis! I had no choice but to have the surgery because I had put it off for years and was becoming disabled by it!
i have had a tripe lower back fusion and now have two more ruptured disc , my surgeon told me he would have to fuse my whole back :( i really don't want to go through with this but my pain doctor will no longer help me with my pain meds ...they are treating me like all i want is pain meds because im a dope head or something .....Im very afraid to even go through with a whole back sugery ...
They try to force surgery because it's more $ for them. Screw them for the way they treat the paying customer. Do the research and Use CBD for pain. Lot less B.S. GOOD LUCK!!
kimberly mccracken aww so sorry. My dr. Wants me to get kyroplasty and I didn’t even get an MRI to see what is going on with the disks, insurance from my state is Crap.
has this op 12 years ago, before the op i couldnt straighten my back, i had burning pain down the outside off my left leg, the surgery managed to straighten me again which i was well pleased but 12 years on i still have major pain in my back and the burning is still in my leg,
Scoliosis sucks, I had my spinal fusion last year on 5/25/18. My spine was at a 75% curvature and i now have two metal rods and eighteen bolts on my spine and im only fifteen, yay me :,)
Christian Garcia im feeling great now! i feel your pain, the first 2-3 weeks are the worst. honestly it was the best decision. i have no pain at all now and i can run and walk better than i could before. i hope your recovery quick and as painless as possible!!
melanie humsjo The only cool thing that I got out of my surgery was that I was the first one in the US to have this nerve sensor machine to be used one me and that I got put into some medical newspapers 😭
I had spinal fusion surgery done back in January and despite the fact that the pain from healing was the most awful I've ever felt it helped me overcome a long battle of ocd I've had for the past 4 years
I understand that this surgery is necessary to protect the nerves and avoid excruciating pains, but it looks to me like the elimination of the disc and insertion of a hard graft instead causes lack of mobility in that area...
O sweet Lord really?! I will be having lumbar spinal fusion on my L5-S1 next Thursday. WHY am I looking at these videos??? They better give me some good pain killers.....O__O
I had a c2-c4 fusion in jun,2019....i broke my neck due to lch cancer. But after 6 hours of this surgery which usually take 2 hours, i was absolutely normal.its been almost a year without any pain..first 2 months were uncomfortable but painless, after that everything was okay, it takes 3-6 month to fuse and 1-2 year to become as good as before...now i play badminton for hours...but my doc asked me to avoid friction games like football...but anything but that is okay...the titanium plate will be fused like steel in a concrete column, i didnt feel any pain since my surgery, and it feels as good as before....there is a minor risk like every other surgery but success rate is high, about 95% and for 5% you might have to go through the surgery again. Do not be afraid..... But after surgery, becareful, very careful for 2 months..good luck!
@@Theking-vp7br Its been more than 2 years.... even though many people saying about pain and all..... to be honest.... i did not feel any pain in 2 years....so tell her nothing to worry about...and exercise is a must....
Had a 3 discs in my neck removed , put cadavers in .c3/c4/c5 . Payton Manning had 2 done I had 3 .5 years ago no pain after operation, by lateral nerve damage, 100 percent healed. Thank Northwestern in Chicago 😊
Sweet. Glad to know there's hope in case I or anyone else needs that. I had a micro disectomy on 2 lower lumbar in 2001. Back is much better, but I still get some sciatica now & then, but not enough to go through surgery again. Hopefully I'll never need a fusion.
I had a spinal fusion done like three years ago and now when it rains or it’s cold my back begins to ache . My current problem now is that I feel a moving sensation in my back idk if it’s my nerves or not
@@knel478 I can definitely say it was 100% worth it ! I can stand up straight but a con that comes with it is when it’s cold or raining your back is going to feel like you got hit by a bus . Lol
@My'Dayza Sands, thanks for replying. I'm up for this procedure and been watching and reading everything I could these past 24 hours. I rather feel like being hit than not able to walk some days, stand straight, or cook big meals 😂. Best wishes for you 🙏🏾! Thanks again for replying.
I was not bad for 8 years with small mg off pain killers stil back pain ,last 4 years Im in more back pain than before fusione L5/S1,pij.Dont have a fusion ,big mistake ,more pain killers ....pij
Omg this is the year I had mine done I been liveing with my rod,s for about 14 years now can you do a video about all the prombles down the rode for people who had spinal fusion please
by right, the screw need to put into the spine for recovery and let the disc heal or bone heal. after healing, the metals need to be removed so that the arch of the spine will go back to the original position. because of the fusion, the spine can not get back to the arch it has originally. therefore, the patients will encounter pain, pain, pain and pain.
Im having this surgery, i'm so scared. i have scoliosis at 70dg angle I have excrusiating pain, because of it and want it done asap but im so scared now.
I have broken my c4 and c3 vertibera because of accident in 2019, my doctor do this surgery initially my whole body is paralyzed but now after rehab only minor effect of paralysis remain in right hand, i thanks my doctors and Allah for recovery.
I have Retrolisthesis, my anterior spinal fusion surgery is scheduled in a few weeks. I’m surprised that this video didn’t mention this condition. It’s apparently a rare disorder when a vertebrae slips backwards ( in my case the L5 over the S1) it’s extremely painful. I have no feeling on the top of my feet, and there are some days where the pain is so intense that I get nauseous and throw up. I cannot wait for my surgery….
@C "Keep believing we just poofed by accident just to eventually go extinct. Ya, that's logical." Yes, it is, because unlike your sky daddy, it's actually supported by evidence. "You believe in freak accidents which aren't even logical." It's only illogical in the eyes of the ignorant and the scientifically illiterate. It's funny that you think that's illogical whereas you believe in a mystical being that "created" the universe. "Ya no. That doesn't sound likely at all to me." It doesn't matter if it doesn't sound "likely" to you. Facts don't care about what you think. Try again, I'm sure you can do better.
@C Irreducible Complexity is nothing but an "argument" full of fallacies. In July 11, 2002 for example, scientists artificially re-created polio. Using only the DNA of the polio virus and a series of synthetic chemicals, they recreated the natural desire to reproduce, the ability to evolve, and all other mechanisms that make a virus, LIFE, work. Not only does that prove that evolution is true, it also debunks your silly "Irreducible complexity." Furthermore, look at the Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School, where that silly argument failed.
+Norma Saez I know how it goes. I had the surgery back in June. Fell off my deck when building a new railing. Had 6 weeks off work lounging around the house last summer. Doctor says I should wait until next spring to continue my house remodeling. Full healing takes a while.
I had my fusion June 2014 and now over a year I still have pain. Though the initial pain is gone, I have a different pain. Doc says it takes a long time to heal. But this is too long.
+Norma Saez I just want to say that I had the same surgery as you spinal fusion on L5/S1. Degenerative disc disease. The surgery was on 8th of August 2015, so before 38 days. Three hours after the surgery I got up and walked very slowly. Now I dont have pain while long sitting and can stand long and walk normally. I am bending forward with a little pain and I little bit scare that I will have that pain for whole life, but doctor told me to be patient cause fusion takes a time to find appropriate place in lumbar area. Now I started with streching muscles and building abdomen muscles which is very important and after exercises my bending is better but without exercise when I want to bend forward sometimes I feel pain and sometimes not. How was your bending after surgery and how is now? I will be very thankful if you can answer me. Thanks in advance.
+Norma Saez Thank you for your answering Norma. Do you have a feeling as time goes on that you have less pain when bending? I hope that everything gonna be ok. Just need a time for full recovering and for that period very improtant is do not lift anything which is more heavy than 5 kilos. Wish u good luck in recovering and return to normal life.
I like how it lastly states there could be some pain. How about you will be in such excruciating pain that to even breath it hurts so bad. Why lie about it. It's gonna hurt so bad. Put your surgeon on the spot.
I am just about six weeks post op spinal fusion of 4 vertebrae Still having a lot of pain inside the surgical site and alot of nerve pain down both my legs immediate post op the pain was excruciating couldn't even go to the bathroom by myself couldn't even was my own private area The Dr's don't tell what condition you'll be in post op and the care you will need They just send you home this is my second proceedure and the Dr's never tell you what to expect post operative I. AM very disappointed with my progress and still can not walk without the assistance of a walker Legs are still wobbly and numb most of the time !
I,had severe osteoporosis n had 6 fractured vertebrae last I checked a good 6 years ago. Haven't had it looked at since then. Think I should get in that.
I fell off a mountain during a hike.. I fractured my T12-L1-2 . I had an emergency fusion done. It was hell! I was paralyzed for almost 3 months .... But today I can walk , run and jump higher than I ever could
Its not scheduled yet but my pain management dr told me i need spinal fusion but after reading the comments and knowing how pain pts are now being treated after surgeries with giving minimal pain meds, i think id rather be in pain the rest of my life than dwal with this shit.. im alone, have no one that can help me take care of my dogs and cats afterward so its pretty discouraging to see all this, knowing im screwed
@Connor Knight 😭😭😭😭ohh my god Iam planned for one next month soooo scared ,how long does it take to recover ? I'm thinking about my kids before my self.
My mom had this done and she was suicidal during the healing process and still says it was the worst surgery she has ever had (she’s had A lot) but it’s the one that relieved her of the most pain and has helped her so much and said it was so worth it
How is your mom doing?
How does she move her neck
@@bunnymanmoe8819 good!
@@private3146 she can move her neck like any other person lol
@@Zambiequinn2 That's excellent 💪💪
Tell your Mom she the peoples Champ💪💪💪💪💪💯
Had spinal fusion at L5 S1 at UF health hospital. Neurosurgeons. After 12 years of bad back pain and horrible leg pain from a degenerative/herniated disk. They did the Alif surgery and put cobalt chrome rods screwed into my spine, spacer where the disk once was. I feel zero pain now. It’s a miracle can’t believe I suffered for so long because I thought there was no hope. Find a good surgeon. Preferably at a hospital setting. Trust them. Actually pray and trust God. There’s always a chance it could go wrong but They they have high success rate
Amen to PRAY & TRUST GOD!! Glad you are feeling better! Jesus is Lord & Savior!
@@jingelsby thank you God bless your life
@@FromTheHood2TheWoods Thank you so much, friend
I'm so sorry, congratulations I'm having Alift spinal fusion surgery September 12 I'm so scared any tips
@@saraberry4636 How did it go? Im terrified
Seeing that fractured vertebra move made me feel very uncomfortable
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Why just like a ride at Disney land
Agreed
Disney land? Bruh lol
I know what it is but do people still go there anymore?
These videos really remind me of my posture and health condition in general
What you mean your feeling everything he saide that happens when you facture your spine
I lay down everyday on bed on my back I think I'm very safe from spine injuries
I had emergency spinal fusion surgery in 2006 .A broken neck , caused paralysis in my left arm .The surgery was a success .Had nerve damage in left arm .Left arm totally atrophied. I was devastated. Doctors said I'd never use my left arm again ! I refused to accept that ! I prayed and started my own rehab .At first I couldn't even move my arm .3 years later I was curling 60lb dumbbells at the gym !
Can't believe what you are saying!Hope you are doing well now.
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- I had this surgery performed on my three years ago. It was a life changing surgery. Because of my spinal fusion surgery, I can live a normal life. I can no longer play sports like I used to; however, I can walk for miles without any pain. I am a big advocate of Spinal Fusion surgery. It really works!!!
So what kind of surgery , which part from spinal on your back?
A friend of mine from work had to have his neck fused in 2014. It was just an innocent accident at home when he was replacing a lightbulb and slipped off a step ladder. The fact that he bounced back from it and stayed as healthy as ever shows how tough the guy is. There is a major drawback though. He can't spar or play basketball anymore. He's cool with shooting hoops and can still run. But he can't risk contact sports. Not when he has kids to worry about.
I'm glad your friend feels better. I have extremely severe neck problems too.
I had this surgery done. Yes, it is painful and it does take a long time to recover, but I am so glad I had it done. My injury was caused by being rear ended in a car.
What was the pain like?
@@BigTe98 Are you considering the fusion too?
I had a fusion from T10-L2 about two months ago after fracturing my back during basic training. One more month with the back brace! I was on 20 mg of OxyContin and muscle relaxer every 4 hours. Pain has gotten better so I’m just in 800 mg of ibuprofen now but if I’m up and about for a few hours everything starts feeling very sore and just hurts. I’ve started walking around the house without my brace and sometimes there’s a lot of discomfort. Especially strain if I carry anything even 5 or more pounds. Sharp pains come and go. Hopefully I’ll make a full recovery with no pain within the next few months!
How did it go? I pray for you.
How are you now ?
Any more news if your recovery?
How are you I might need this where did you have it done
lol i had this done last year for scoliosis. it was so painful afterward, but it was still bearable. the results are so worth it though. don't be scared if you need to get it done.
Do you still think it was worth it? We are deciding whether to do it
how much time it took u to recover from that surgery
@@unknown.user001 I had to wait 5-6 months before I was fully functional again, with some limitations. But everyday activity can be achieved in 1-2 months post op.
I've had spinal fusion surgery. Don't worry about it! I wasn't in any pain afterwards and was actually walking by myself (under nurse supervision) within 24 hours. It was on my lumbar spine.
My wife has to have this. I'm scared to death. I know the Lord will watch over her.
@@KCU_Unfiltered Amen. All the best brother !
@@HeavyMetalRuinedMyLife1971a Thank you brother.
It depends on what spinal surgery you need.you can't tell people it's ok because you had a easy one.i am two years in with rods in my neck spine bad nerve damages weaken muscles and burning legs from day one.my life is in full time pain.so don't tell people you don't know.tjat pisses people who have it with defects.
@@edwardgoldsmith8011 how are you doing today?
My surgery is scheduled in 1 month!!! I'm scared and excited as well. I want my life back!!! Big thank you to my boyfriend who helps me with everything. Today was my last day of work due to my severe pain.
Hi
I had a lower back operation but I'm in pain and a doctor recommended this surgery.
How was yours?
Are you happy with the result?
What are the cons and pros?
radavar Talk to a pain doctor specialist. After three back surgeriesI lost feeling in my legs and had SEVERE pain in the lumbar-sacro area. He implanted a neurostimulator which transmits pulses to the pinched or damaged nerves much like a heart stimulator works. What a wonderful invention......!
Spinal fusion on a woman surgery
Christina Ashmore howd it go
3 years later how did your surgery go?
I watch this before deadlifts just so I remember the consequences of doing them wrong. lol
Yep that’s my brothers problem
I stay away from deadlifts , I already have back problems. On a serious note thank god I work sitting down because I cannot remaining standing for many hrs. I’m just 35 years old 😬
@@mikezimerman6831 as someone entering the exercise science field, please try to stand up and stretch and walk a bit every once in a while. Constant sitting will tighten your hips and back and could lead to other back problems
Concentrate on form and for the love of god don't try and go to heavy.
I had this twice in my neck. First time it was c-3, c-4 . They went through the front, easy surgery. The next one was c-4 down to C-7. That surgery went through the back of my neck and was excruciating. I woke up crying and hyperventilating from pain. After about 3 days in the hospital on pain meds, it was much better. After all that pain, it was still better than the constant migraines I was having and loss of strength in my arms. Now my lower back is crumbling..
How are u now?
How long did they keep you in the hospital doing the front of your neck???????
Hey I just had c3 and c4 surgery a month ago and was told I would have 50% neck movement for the rest of my life. Was that the same for u?
@@Isabella-vy3vkhey, how is your neck now?
Had my T2-T7 fused after a thoracic fracture-dislocation from being hit by a semi truck in 2011. Completely recovered, no long term complications and as strong as I was before the accident. 6 titanium bolts and two rods totaling $44,000 alone, not including the hospital stay and medical staff billing.
How did you finance??
@rohitchoudhury1 health insurance paid for it. Total hospital bill was $189,000 for two weeks, my out of pocket responsibility was $12,500
I have collapse of d12 vertebra... Can I should have this???
@@annuaan I'm not an orthopedic surgeon, I have no way of being qualified to answer this
I had spinal fusion of C-3-4-5-6..two vertebrae were against my spinal column..The constant ( electricity) feeling I had was unbearable..I had a doctors office visit on Monday, and was in the O.R. On Wed..I am VERY thankful to Dr. Cheney at Albany bone and joint for his sincere concern and care..I have never had any pain since I awoke in the I.C.U. That was 12 years ago and although my motion is a bit limited, it hasn’t stopped me from doing what I’ve always enjoyed. I’m very grateful to him..
I HAD THOSE ELECTRICAL SHOCKS PRIOR TO MY LUMBAR FUSION,DISCECTOMY,LAMINECTOMY, AND NOW 10 DAYS POST OP I HAVE A NEW HIP PAIN AND CANNOT WALK ON IT! ANY IDEAS FOLKS???
may ALLAH forgive us and give us a healthy life ameen
3 weeks post op, got this for my 90 degree scoliosis. Best thing I’ve ever done!
How are you feeling now? ☺️
@@furonwarrior I’m perfectly fine now! Feel completely normal, just need to slowly build strength back:)
@@OrlaTravels Thanks for your reply! How does it feel to touch your toes when standing? Do you feel pain if you stretch too much? Do you feel the implant when sitting/laying down? Does it itch?
Sorry, for the questions. 😅
@@furonwarrior That’s what I’m wondering, have to get spinal fusion L5 S one next month scared to death
@@FromTheHood2TheWoods how’d it go?
Loved the "some pain is expected" part.
Pains got to be ... beyond words.
Awesome animation ;)
Had a huge fusion on my lower back. I can absolutely relate lol.
Yeah. I had t6 fused two months ago. Pain is unreal 😬
He suck it up your men !!
@@OrthodogAllen Were you able to sleep much? 😕
@@jakesnifflez2972 Were you able to sleep much? 😕
I had fusion of c4andc5 over 40 years ago and still doing fine. Yes have some pain but I learned to live with it.
i too had this same c4 and c5 4 years ago but im still bounded to wheelchair... how did it happened to you without disability ??
I’m 16 I have a fusion in the c2 and c3 didn’t even realize it till today, maybe that’s what causes the pain. eventually it goes away but I’ve learned to deal with it,
I had a spinal fusion L1 S5. It was so far gone that yes I was horrified by the pain in hospital for 72 hrs. EXCRUCIATING but I went on to have an amazing active life for 10 years…I was only 40 Now im 55 and looking at L2-5 fused as I have degenerative disc disease. Not looking forward to it but going to Duke Medical best of the best. Let you know how it goes
How did you do? I was told I have degenerative disc disease and my sciatic pain is non stop now. I'm terrified of having this surgery... I hope you're doing well and better now!
Please do let us know asap!!!!!!!
Was needing the L2-5 fused caused by having the first fusion earlier? I’ve always heard fusion chases the issue in to the next vertebrae eventually.
How is this doing now?
@cuba1300: You will be having pain for 48 hours (I mean excrutiating even with pain killers) so brace yourself for that but than after the first 48 your pain level should subside to normal and the pain killers should do the rest. Just after the first 48 try to move around in bed and work with your phys therapist because your back will get stiff if you dont move around and it becomes uncomfortable for you. Good Luck and God Speed!
I'm going to unfortunately have to go through this at a young age and am not looking forward to it but am going to do it. For those of you that worry it's normal but get it done. My aunts best friend didn't do it and now it's beyond the point where they will actually do the procedure and she lives in immense pain daily. This isn't something that you want to put off. Get it done while you can and you'll live a much better life for it.
How did you go? (I’m so late)
@Solarflare studios Solarflare studios I had mine about 3 months ago. The pain for me was pretty bad but I had a weird reaction to the ketamine. The recovery is pretty good tho
I love how i can search anything medical and this channel has every information and example of it pop up. While still making new videos to this day
I had this surgery myself because I had a 200 curvier the recovery was hard for me I was bedridden for a couple of weeks but I soon started walking and getting up so thank God I made a good recovery people said including my doctors I'm so thankful I got this done I my scoliosis was pretty bad and now my doctor tells me I'm all good and can play any sports.
How long for a wrestler who had this same surgery would be medically cleared to wrestle again, can you answer this please?
i basically had my whole spine fused, i have a 14in rod. im a teen and the recovery absolutely sucked, but im so happy a year later that i got it done!
+gianna x.
Hello can you email me the contact of your doctor or hospital you had your surgery?
Thank you!
gianna x. I have a 10 inch rod :D I fractured 26 bones lol glad I'm not the only one with a rod on my back lol
I have my neck fused so I can’t turn my head. It sucks. But I hope things are going well with you. God bless you.
Delanie Fehlau did you ever get the motion back ?
My daughter got the surgery when she was a teen too. Do you have lower back stiffness or pain. If you do what do you do for it.
I have a c1 c2 fused after a drunk driver hit us on the freeway going 120mph, he died as he flew out the window and I was cut out with jaws of life ,flown to the emergency ,was 2 months in acoma, woke up to be paralyzed on my right side ( arm and leg) , 5 and 6 broken ribs on each side ,a fractured pelvis in 3 places, a shattered left knee and I lost my voice, it been two and a half years I still can't walk , I deal with spasticity on my paralyzed side and can now lift the 2lb weights, I started therapy after 7 surgeries on my knee and continue to slowly recover, I will walk again someday.
How are you now Alex ?
Alex, how are you doing these days?
I fall from 5 meters backwards and had a fracture on T12 & L1. I have done this surgery in may 2021 in England. I had so much pain for 72 hrs after the surgery. It’s true that it takes time for full recovery but i’m glad that i’ve done it .
Same situation here, fell from roughly 3 meters. T12 & L1. How are you holding now? I just got operated 2 days ago and praying that it’ll get better with time.
How are you now??@@ebaldyy
I fell 18’ I’m having a hard time. My legs are numb, I’m having a lot of trouble walking. I’m in a ton of pain and not sleeping much. My L4 L5 S1 to S3 are severe. They are sending me to pain management and said that they want to perform spinal fusion surgery on me but I am worried.
Hey how are you doing now???
I still hoping that I can survive this problem go to check up and make surgery. Because I know God will provide in any way.. God Bless you all
How you making out?
@@bunnymanmoe8819 💀💀💀🏌️♂️
@@freefendii8833 Damn
If you need an excellent spine surgery specialist in the Tacoma, WA area, try to get in to see Dr. Michael Martin. He has been with me through 5 lumbar surgeries, trying to keep me going when workers' comp. insurance kept playing their games and stalled me off for four years post-injury. Dr. Martin has been my saving grace, keeping on top of all that is going on. He is with Puget Sound Orthopaedics. He says we are just playing catch-up since my first surgery was stalled so long, but I hate to think where I'd be without his help! At least no parts are moving around anymore in ways they were not supposed to.
wendysharbor75,no bro if you want excellent spine surgery go to Europe.
wendysharbor75 ,wow! Are you kidding me 5 Lumber surgeries? that surgeon made a lot of money with ur spine.
I had a vertebra in my neck fused after a horrible car accident..the immobility was the worst part..under proper medication the pain was tolerable. To those who are about to have this procedure done, rest assured, you will make it through this procedure. Hell..i was released 2 days later and could heal at home!
Thank you for this. I have to have this done too
The surgery and recovery will be painful, But hopefully after therapy everything will be okay.
How you making out?
You’re supposed to go to therapy after a spine fusion surgery???
I suffered a broken neck (c5 & c6 cervical) back in December 2011 and had to get this operation. My god.. the post op was SO HORRIFIC. My broken neck hurt but had temporarily doubled pain after the surgery. It's been about 4 months and I am back in shape. My neck seems to be doing well! The fusion is such a long and overwealming process but if it fixes you, it's worth it
hi can i contact you?
Hey can you tell me how it happen..
My mother also suffered from cervical fracture ç4 to ç6 .
@@maryhelpparedes36 no
I'm about to have same thing with fusion and a plate
I had this surgery Monday and it's now Sunday and I feel pretty good. Quick recovery
how are now, my friend?
you have problem after surgery?
Hi friend how are you now?
When I had my ATV accident I had 12 fractures in my back and they put 2 titanium rods in my back and 3 years later one of the rods snapped in half re fractured my back and 6 screws snapped off and they only found 2 out of the 6 then extended my fusion from 40 Staples to 110 and put stainless steel rods in my back and those rods had a staph infection on them. Then not even a year later the bottom screws snapped off and they couldn't find those screws so I've 6 screws in my back they can't find. I had 4 back surgeries within 4 years
Gosh hope your doing better now.
This was my second surgery in a year and a half. I had a lumbar discectomy in december 2010 and it only hurt for two days but then didnt bother so much. A week ago I had a lumbar spinal fusion L5-S1 same levels of the discectomy and O boy this is hard. From the moment waking from the recovery room until two days ago this was unbearable pain. I am just getting used to it. Maybe it is because of the short timing between surgeries 1 - 2 but guys brace youself and ASK the proper questions.
John Morillo, are you okay today?
Hope u are doing well
why am i watching this before my fusion , absolutely great
How did it go?
Pavle Ivanow i haven’t had it yet cause of the virus :/
man
Knowing what that person been through after twitch con, especially after watching this video just makes me dizzy.
I guess every mortal Kombat character has this in every single slot with a disk, seems realistic lol
POV: You are the first to sleep and wake up in a sleepover
*You can avoid it with multifidus strengthening - **_Treat Your Own Spinal Stenosis_** at Amazon is one good resource for that.*
No, dont reccommend alternative treatment and scams on a very serious medical condition. No amount of herbs or books or whatever you're trying to sell is going to help a condition that only modern medicine can fix.
Yeah keep the bullshit to yourself please
@@bigboat8329 Lol modern medicine
I had this done it helped a lot
I’ve had this done on my L-4/L-5 on my lower back . I had a herniated disc. The worst part was afterwards. I had to have physical therapy come to my house a couple days a week for a month or so. It’s not fun. I was 38 . But I don’t have that sharp pain I had before. I did develop neuropathy in my legs afterwards which isn’t any good. I say I’m better now than before . It is a very tough post operative healing time no doubt.
This scares me so much because I'm 35 and I'm terrified I will need this surgery. My fiance's ex wife had it done and he said it was the worst thing he's ever seen 😫😫
Did the neuropathy go away?
@@Chaos_and_Creativityhow so?
MULȚUMIM PENTRU INFORMAȚI👍👍⚘👍👍♥️♥️
Great animation.
AN ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE I HAD 4 FUSIONS THE DR'S NEVER SAID HOW DEBILITATING YOU WILL BE AFTER SURGERY YOU CAN'T EVEN WIPE YOUR OWN ASS STAND OR DO ANYTHING YOU USE TO DO EVEN THOUGH YOU WERE CRIPPLED WITH BACK PAIN! I AM ALMOST 3 MONTHS POST OP AND STILL NOT WELL ENOUGH TO WALK STABLE I HAVE TO USE A WALKER (I'M SICK OF THAT THING BUT I CAN'T STAND STEADY WITHOUT IT PLUS MY ENDURANCE TO STAND IS NOT SO GOOD ) NERVE PAIN IS ANOTHER ISSUE IN ITSELF JUST A BRIEF SUMMARY OF WHAT THEY DON'T TELL YOU THANK YOU
Oops... Most of the time (drugs were awesome). After 12 days in hospital, by the time I got home I was moving pretty well and starting to take short walks. A year on, I've got the all-clear to do absolutely anything I like and have been 100% pain-free since the last of the post-op pain disappeared (which took 3-4 months). After 25 years of sometimes excruciating pain & using a walking stick for the last 6 months before the surgery (not a good look at the age of 50), I'd call it life-changing.
mcbreakfast, lucky man!
Hope u are Still doing well..
I underwent the same procedure in March 2018 for L4 L5 spinal fusion and am recovering well.
M
how long was your recovery of no work?
Khazamula Mahlehlo i my self might have to get it done just recently found out i havd osteoarthritis
I'm fused from T2 to L3... It's been 2 yrs and it has it's moments but I'm so glad I did it.
@@jessicazanca3658 how was your pain before and how is it now?
Long recovery, as informed prior to surgery. I look at it as a pregnancy...nine months of building a new body. The pain is much less than before surgery and I can stand up straight! It takes a while to get the core strong again; still its worth it.
How long it took to get the core strong again... I'm going threw it now couldn't move my legs core all mess up need some advice if you could
I've had 3 lumbar surgeries, with the last being done in 2003.
I also had a cervical 3 disc fusion done two yrs ago.
Recovery from the neck was a walk in the park even at 55 yrs old.
About to have this surgery. Kinda worried
i had scoliosis and im 15 and had surgery not a big deal. hurts for the first week in the hospital but thats it ^.^
How are things now? Do you do anything still to maintain? Thanks
Can’t have a intervertebral disk injury if there is no intervertebral disk
I have a pars defect, double stenosis, spondylolithesis and buldging degenerated discs. All at L5 S1. A spinal fusion is advised for 12 months time. I was born with the defect and has gotton worse n worse over the years. Now my veterbrae has slipped so far that you can feel odd bones protuding by hip which i find very odd considering its my spine that fucked? Just wanting any advice on what to do? The costs in Australia? Ive been estimated 40gs with cover and 60gs without. Also Im trying to decide between the original spinal fusion and lapri way??? Anyone who has been through this or has any advise will be greatly appreciiated. Thank you!
nice work fellas! keep it up! thank you!:);)
anyone else watching this after having scoliosis?
I had two surgeries in 83 an 86. both were L4-L5 disk rupture out one side on first. other on second. As time went by, I went to neurosurgeon (same) in March and found L3-L4 disc had blocked nerves in left leg and buttock. He fuse them together on March 22. it is April 8th and my pain is just in my lower spine but getting better. Dr. says walk, walk, walk. He said my spine will be stronger and I will lose weight. Great. 235 now going to 190. Lets go!
Ron Baugh, hey bro how are you doing today?
Yes how are u doing hope well
Don't get this operation unless it is an absolute LAST resort. My Dr. said that it would fix my problem (I had a Tumor, no longer growing, in between my exiting nerve and bone) but after I had the op my pain has doubled. But he assures me that everything is solid and will heal back great and pain free AFTER ABOUT 4-5 YEARS!! Why didn't he say that BEFORE my surgery... I might have thought twice.
cdw626, how are you doing today?
Had an L4,L5 fusion with mesh cage in place of disc and nerve decompression and leaked spinal fluid for about a month. This happened 5 years ago. Still searching for relief from back and leg pain along with nerve damage. Dr said it would heal in a couple years. I wish this on no one.
This is what I had in 2008! Took me about 3 years to get to where I could bend over but with much PT and exercise, I am much better! I still have some pain at times due to arthritis! I had no choice but to have the surgery because I had put it off for years and was becoming disabled by it!
i have had a tripe lower back fusion and now have two more ruptured disc , my surgeon told me he would have to fuse my whole back :( i really don't want to go through with this but my pain doctor will no longer help me with my pain meds ...they are treating me like all i want is pain meds because im a dope head or something .....Im very afraid to even go through with a whole back sugery ...
How did you get on?
They try to force surgery because it's more $ for them. Screw them for the way they treat the paying customer. Do the research and Use CBD for pain. Lot less B.S. GOOD LUCK!!
kimberly mccracken aww so sorry. My dr. Wants me to get kyroplasty and I didn’t even get an MRI to see what is going on with the disks, insurance from my state is Crap.
has this op 12 years ago, before the op i couldnt straighten my back, i had burning pain down the outside off my left leg, the surgery managed to straighten me again which i was well pleased but 12 years on i still have major pain in my back and the burning is still in my leg,
This was great
Scoliosis sucks, I had my spinal fusion last year on 5/25/18. My spine was at a 75% curvature and i now have two metal rods and eighteen bolts on my spine and im only fifteen, yay me :,)
i got mine done last year, 70° curve and now i have 2 rods and 21 screws LMAO i’m 15 too, yay us!
melanie humsjo how are you feeling? Are you able to walk/run? I just had mine done last week and I’m only 21 :/
Christian Garcia im feeling great now! i feel your pain, the first 2-3 weeks are the worst. honestly it was the best decision. i have no pain at all now and i can run and walk better than i could before. i hope your recovery quick and as painless as possible!!
melanie humsjo The only cool thing that I got out of my surgery was that I was the first one in the US to have this nerve sensor machine to be used one me and that I got put into some medical newspapers 😭
@@traciecooper4123 How are you now ?
I had spinal fusion surgery done back in January and despite the fact that the pain from healing was the most awful I've ever felt it helped me overcome a long battle of ocd I've had for the past 4 years
I had mine done in October. Had many nose feeding tubes, Ivs, and bad thoughts over 2 months. I can't feel my legs now though
@@caydenprescott I'm sorry was there any complications with your surgery
Beautiful!
I understand that this surgery is necessary to protect the nerves and avoid excruciating pains, but it looks to me like the elimination of the disc and insertion of a hard graft instead causes lack of mobility in that area...
O sweet Lord really?! I will be having lumbar spinal fusion on my L5-S1 next Thursday. WHY am I looking at these videos??? They better give me some good pain killers.....O__O
Are u ok now brother?
This looks extremely painful
I had a c2-c4 fusion in jun,2019....i broke my neck due to lch cancer. But after 6 hours of this surgery which usually take 2 hours, i was absolutely normal.its been almost a year without any pain..first 2 months were uncomfortable but painless, after that everything was okay, it takes 3-6 month to fuse and 1-2 year to become as good as before...now i play badminton for hours...but my doc asked me to avoid friction games like football...but anything but that is okay...the titanium plate will be fused like steel in a concrete column, i didnt feel any pain since my surgery, and it feels as good as before....there is a minor risk like every other surgery but success rate is high, about 95% and for 5% you might have to go through the surgery again. Do not be afraid..... But after surgery, becareful, very careful for 2 months..good luck!
Hope you will be doing well later future also.
Hey bro can suggest me something my mother also suffered from cervical surgery ç4 to ç6
@@Theking-vp7br Its been more than 2 years.... even though many people saying about pain and all..... to be honest.... i did not feel any pain in 2 years....so tell her nothing to worry about...and exercise is a must....
Had a 3 discs in my neck removed , put cadavers in .c3/c4/c5 . Payton Manning had 2 done I had 3 .5 years ago no pain after operation, by lateral nerve damage, 100 percent healed. Thank Northwestern in Chicago 😊
Sweet. Glad to know there's hope in case I or anyone else needs that. I had a micro disectomy on 2 lower lumbar in 2001. Back is much better, but I still get some sciatica now & then, but not enough to go through surgery again. Hopefully I'll never need a fusion.
I had a spinal fusion done like three years ago and now when it rains or it’s cold my back begins to ache . My current problem now is that I feel a moving sensation in my back idk if it’s my nerves or not
Oh my I feel that now and awaiting for my surgery. Was it worth it to you?
@@knel478 I can definitely say it was 100% worth it ! I can stand up straight but a con that comes with it is when it’s cold or raining your back is going to feel like you got hit by a bus . Lol
@My'Dayza Sands, thanks for replying. I'm up for this procedure and been watching and reading everything I could these past 24 hours. I rather feel like being hit than not able to walk some days, stand straight, or cook big meals 😂. Best wishes for you 🙏🏾! Thanks again for replying.
I had a fusion on may 12 at l4-l5-s1....best decision I ever made. I walked, not ran, a 5K race 1 month after surgery.
23bmtaylo
How are you?
I was not bad for 8 years with small mg off pain killers stil back pain ,last 4 years Im in more back pain than before fusione L5/S1,pij.Dont have a fusion ,big mistake ,more pain killers ....pij
Raspal se Sav yes, I hear horror stories all the time🤦🏻♀️
Raspal se Sav I hear you. 12 years on and still on Fentanyl. Ruined my life 😔
Omg this is the year I had mine done I been liveing with my rod,s for about 14 years now can you do a video about all the prombles down the rode for people who had spinal fusion please
Multi myeloma shattered my T10 and T9 I had to have this surgery, was paralyzed for six months, but now I’m back up and walking🙏🏾
Finna make the comments 667, not today Satan
by right, the screw need to put into the spine for recovery and let the disc heal or bone heal. after healing, the metals need to be removed so that the arch of the spine will go back to the original position. because of the fusion, the spine can not get back to the arch it has originally. therefore, the patients will encounter pain, pain, pain and pain.
Grateful to nucleus videos always...best videos for much long back
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Im having this surgery, i'm so scared. i have scoliosis at 70dg angle I have excrusiating pain, because of it and want it done asap but im so scared now.
Yes, how did it go?
@35 Savage Hey, are you suffering from back trouble too? I take it you are considering fusion?
Nobody ever answers back! Lol!
She dead, guys
RIP girl
You would think they would create a better solution to this.
Stfu
I feel so bad for humans! 😔
I have broken my c4 and c3 vertibera because of accident in 2019, my doctor do this surgery initially my whole body is paralyzed but now after rehab only minor effect of paralysis remain in right hand, i thanks my doctors and Allah for recovery.
I have Retrolisthesis, my anterior spinal fusion surgery is scheduled in a few weeks. I’m surprised that this video didn’t mention this condition. It’s apparently a rare disorder when a vertebrae slips backwards ( in my case the L5 over the S1) it’s extremely painful. I have no feeling on the top of my feet, and there are some days where the pain is so intense that I get nauseous and throw up. I cannot wait for my surgery….
How did your surgery go? I have the same condition and will be having surgery soon.
How many days you take recovery after surgery
Plz let us know how you are feeling after surgery
I have a fractured vertabrae it's called a Pars fracture. I'm going into surgery in two weeks
MAY ALLAH THE ALMIGHTY PROTECT EVERYONE FROM SUCh DISEASES , PAIN AND OTHER UNEASY FEELINGS AMEEN
Amin
Ameen
What does an unproven god have to do with any of this?
@C "Keep believing we just poofed by accident just to eventually go extinct. Ya, that's logical."
Yes, it is, because unlike your sky daddy, it's actually supported by evidence.
"You believe in freak accidents which aren't even logical."
It's only illogical in the eyes of the ignorant and the scientifically illiterate. It's funny that you think that's illogical whereas you believe in a mystical being that "created" the universe.
"Ya no. That doesn't sound likely at all to me."
It doesn't matter if it doesn't sound "likely" to you. Facts don't care about what you think.
Try again, I'm sure you can do better.
@C Irreducible Complexity is nothing but an "argument" full of fallacies.
In July 11, 2002 for example, scientists artificially re-created polio. Using only the DNA of the polio virus and a series of synthetic chemicals, they recreated the natural desire to reproduce, the ability to evolve, and all other mechanisms that make a virus, LIFE, work.
Not only does that prove that evolution is true, it also debunks your silly "Irreducible complexity."
Furthermore, look at the Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School, where that silly argument failed.
Lol. Im just laughing at peoples comments and how they express themslelves, "Little pain? no, A LOT OF PAIN"
I had spinal fusion and the pain is much better. I now have a dull annoying pain but the initial crippling pain is gone.
+Norma Saez I know how it goes. I had the surgery back in June. Fell off my deck when building a new railing. Had 6 weeks off work lounging around the house last summer. Doctor says I should wait until next spring to continue my house remodeling. Full healing takes a while.
I had my fusion June 2014 and now over a year I still have pain. Though the initial pain is gone, I have a different pain. Doc says it takes a long time to heal. But this is too long.
+Norma Saez I just want to say that I had the same surgery as you spinal fusion on L5/S1. Degenerative disc disease. The surgery was on 8th of August 2015, so before 38 days. Three hours after the surgery I got up and walked very slowly. Now I dont have pain while long sitting and can stand long and walk normally. I am bending forward with a little pain and I little bit scare that I will have that pain for whole life, but doctor told me to be patient cause fusion takes a time to find appropriate place in lumbar area. Now I started with streching muscles and building abdomen muscles which is very important and after exercises my bending is better but without exercise when I want to bend forward sometimes I feel pain and sometimes not. How was your bending after surgery and how is now? I will be very thankful if you can answer me. Thanks in advance.
As long as I take medication I can bend. Except for the mornings. I can't bend. I actually throw the cat food from afar. Because I can't bend.
+Norma Saez Thank you for your answering Norma. Do you have a feeling as time goes on that you have less pain when bending? I hope that everything gonna be ok. Just need a time for full recovering and for that period very improtant is do not lift anything which is more heavy than 5 kilos. Wish u good luck in recovering and return to normal life.
I had my L4/L5/S1 nailed together just over a year ago, with laminectomies & discectomies. Post-op pain was surprisingly bearable most of the tome
How is your back holding up now?
How is u now
@@faithkobia2499 How is u now ?? Really, what kind of grammar is this ???
I got 2 of these bad boys!!! Motorcycle accident on the 1st of July 2015........RIP Spine
Arpit Monga he died already.
James Cadd feelsbadman
I had the surgery and it didn't rid me of pain but I can walk and work and live life but I still have more surgeries ahead
I like how it lastly states there could be some pain. How about you will be in such excruciating pain that to even breath it hurts so bad. Why lie about it. It's gonna hurt so bad. Put your surgeon on the spot.
it didn't for me..
Marty Walker actually he isn't lying I fractured 26 bones and they had to fuse two bones together & after I was done I really wasn't in pain
I had no pain.
I am just about six weeks post op spinal fusion of 4 vertebrae Still having a lot of pain inside the surgical site and alot of nerve pain down both my legs immediate post op the pain was excruciating couldn't even go to the bathroom by myself couldn't even was my own private area The Dr's don't tell what condition you'll be in post op and the care you will need They just send you home this is my second proceedure and the Dr's never tell you what to expect post operative I. AM very disappointed with my progress and still can not walk without the assistance of a walker Legs are still wobbly and numb most of the time !
It totally depends on the person. I had a double spinal fusion. Yes, it was horribly painful but not to breathe
I,had severe osteoporosis n had 6 fractured vertebrae last I checked a good 6 years ago. Haven't had it looked at since then. Think I should get in that.
makes me hurt everytime!
watching this is physically painful
Hello Doctor's, the all joints fixed but 30 years ago, you solve my problem please ... . . 🙏
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Can this "SAMPLE USE ONLY" text be any bigger? I still have trouble seeing it...
I fell off a mountain during a hike.. I fractured my T12-L1-2 . I had an emergency fusion done. It was hell! I was paralyzed for almost 3 months .... But today I can walk , run and jump higher than I ever could
Really???
should i go for the spinal fusion or the normal surgery as my disk is slip L4 L5 as shown in the MRI.
I am scared of the surgery
kindly help!!!
talha awaan
yes
talha awaan are you okay? Did you do the surgery?
talha awaan don't do the surgery unless COMPLETELY necessary.
Infinite64 yeah i have done the surgery already its been year and 4 months and i am feeling much bether
Its not scheduled yet but my pain management dr told me i need spinal fusion but after reading the comments and knowing how pain pts are now being treated after surgeries with giving minimal pain meds, i think id rather be in pain the rest of my life than dwal with this shit.. im alone, have no one that can help me take care of my dogs and cats afterward so its pretty discouraging to see all this, knowing im screwed
That looks horrifying as f*ck. Hell no I’ll just live with scoliosis instead. I’d never survive not bending part of my back :(((
@Connor Knight 😭😭😭😭ohh my god Iam planned for one next month soooo scared ,how long does it take to recover ? I'm thinking about my kids before my self.
@Connor Knight many thanks for your answer soo helpful